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  NHTSA Recall 80V002000

NHTSA Campaign Id 80V002000; Date: Jan. 8, 1980

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1979 Autocar Ks Series 1979 White Truck Rb2s Series

Component: Vehicle Speed Control:springs

Manufactured by: White Motor Corporation

Affected Units:: 20

icon3 Recall Summary:

On some vehicles, the accelerator return spring bracket was improperly positioned. This may delay the return of the throttle to the idle position or prevent it from returning altogether. The improper positioning constitutes a non-compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems".

icon2 How to Fix:

Dealer will check position of the accelerator return spring bracket on all involved vehicles. The bracket will be repositioned and return springs will be replaced, if necessary, free of charge.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: trucks equipped with detroit diesel engines and donaldsonair cleaners. System: fuel; accelerator return springs. Consequences of defect: if throttle does not return to its idle position,vehicle speed will not decrease even after the accelerator pedal has beenreleased. Loss of vehicle control and an accident could occur.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 9, 1980

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